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PRINCIPAL’S PRAYER

Peace Prayer of St. Francis Assisi

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let me sow love;

Where there is injury, pardon;

Where there is doubt, faith;

Where there is despair, hope;

Where there is darkness, light,

Where there is sadness, joy.

O, Divine Master, Grant that I may not so much seek

To be consoled as to console;

To be understood as to understand;

To be loved as to love;

For it is in giving that we receive;

It is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and It is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

peace peace peace

ST. JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

230 Humbercrest Blvd. Toronto, ON M6S 4L3

Telephone: 416-393-5275 Fax: 416-393-5046

Joanne Saragosa

PRINCIPAL

John Wujek 416-222-8282 Ext 5371

SUPERINTENDENT

Barbara Poplawski 416-512-3410

TRUSTEE

St. James Catholic Church 416-767-6451

721 Annette Street, Toronto, ON M6S 2E2

PARISH

Debbie Hammond

CSPC CHAIR

www.tcdsb.org/cpic

CPIC (PARENT ENGAGEMENT - TCDSB)

www.tcdsb.org/oapce-toronto

OAPCE TORONTO (PROVINCIAL VOICE FOR PARENTS)

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Call 416-393Your sch number here or the TCDSB Admissions Department at 416-222-8282, ext. 5320.

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NOVEMBER 2017

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NOVEMBER’S VIRTUE OF THE MONTH IS PEACE

Overview of the Virtue of Peace

Peace is a goal of all spiritual people

Peace begins within ourselves and is an inner state of well-being and calm.

People of peace promote non-violence, practice conflict resolution, and believe in cooperating to solve problems.

The root of the Hebrew word for peace, "shalom," means "whole" and points to this twofold meaning: peace within oneself and peace between people.

Catholic Graduate Expectation- I HAVE RESPONSIBILITIES A RESPONSIBLE CITIZEN WHO:

Acts morally and legally as a person formed in Catholic traditions.

Accepts accountability for one's own actions.

Seeks and grants forgiveness.

Promotes the sacredness of life.

Witnesses Catholic social teaching by promoting equality, democracy, and solidarity for a just, peaceful and compassionate society.

Respects and affirms the diversity and interdependence of the world's peoples and cultures. Respects and understands the history, cultural heritage and pluralism of today's contemporary society.

Exercises the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship.

Respects the environment and uses resources wisely.

Contributes to the common good.

Catholic teaching promotes peace as a positive, action-oriented concept. “Peace is not just the absence of war,” said St. John Paul II, “it involves mutual respect and confidence between peoples and nations. It involves collaboration and binding agreements.” Peace and justice are linked: Peace is the fruit of justice

RECIPIENTS AWARDS FOR THE VIRTUE OF THE MONTH GRATITUDE

Ina S, Ms. Pacheco’s JK/SK class Adrian P, Ms. Bugeja’s SK/1 class Nellyza C, Ms. James’ 2/3 class X. Hutchinson, Mr. Jaglowitz’s 3/4 class Larissa R, Mr. Zimrij’s 4/5 class Thalia D, Ms Costanzo’s 6/7 class Danielle J, Mr. Barber’s 7/8 class Jamaal G, Mr. Servello’s 8 class

GRATITUDE…. GRATITUDE GRATITUDE

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Dear St. James’ Family,

THANK YOU PARENTS!!! CSPC is excited to announce that on Tuesday, October 31st, 2017 we hosted our annual Dance-a-thon. The hugely popular Christian Leadership Team deejayed this event and it was the best dance party St. James has ever seen! Each class had approximately 50 minutes to show off their dance moves and have fun! We managed to raise approximately $1,700 in funds

which will be put towards new team uniforms and much needed sports equipment. We also would like to take this opportunity to thank Mrs. Demonte-Bahr and the Christian Leadership team for hosting this fantastic dance. A 2017 Halloween slide show with all your children’s costumes will be posted soon on our St. James CS website! We also wish to acknowledge all the parents/children for donating dry and canned goods that will go to help the needy families at the food bank.

UPCOMING CPSC Meetings for 2017/2018

Thursday November 9th

Wednesday Dec 6th

Wednesday January 17th

Wednesday February 7th

Thursday March 8th

Wednesday April 11th

Wednesday May 2nd

Wednesday June 6th

Thank you for your ongoing support! The St. James’ Parent School Council

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Planning for Your Future

During the month of October, students in several intermediate classes began to develop their Individual Pathways Plan (IPP), as they prepare to enter high school and think about what they would like to do beyond secondary school. Students logged into their myBlueprint and began to set goals for themselves, with a focus on learning skills; thought about the courses that they will be taking in high school; started to develop a resume; and explored various occupations and post-secondary pathways across Canada. Parents are encouraged to ask their intermediate child(ren) to show them the work that they may have done on myBlueprint and encourage them to continue to develop their plan for the future. Follow these easy steps. 1. Please go to www.myblueprint.ca/tcdsb.

2. Click on “Login with school account.”

3. Ask your child to use their TCDSB username and password to log in.

High School Applications

Parents of grade 8 students are reminded to be sure to get those high school applications back to the school and accurately completed so that the school can submit them to the Board by November 6th. Please have your child return the form on the due date given by their teacher. You may have also already received the After 8 Student and Parent Transition Guides. In them, you will find detailed information about the TCDSB Secondary School Application process. Ask your child about it if you do not see one by early November. They are also available online in English and several other Languages at this address:

https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SchoolProgramsK12/GuidanceCoopEd/Transition%20to%20High%20School/Pages/default.aspx

GUEST SPEAKERS SERIES AT ST. JAMES CS Today Mr. Murphy from AGSpace came to discuss the agricultural business industry with the grade 6, 7 & 8 students. He gave us a lot of information. We learned about the jobs involved in the making of bread and trust me, it’s a lot! Then we learned about different agricultural jobs like a baker, farmer, miller, producer, gardener and much more. We also learned about different roles in the agricultural business for example, an AI Technician or a Director of Sales & Circulation are only two of the many roles in an agricultural business. Mr. Murphy gave us direction on what courses to take in high school and college/university. It was a very informative experience. By Kayla B, Gr 7

VOLLEYBALL 1ST PLACE! Congratulations to our Girls’ Volleyball Team who came first in the Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton Exhibition Tournament. Good luck to them on their upcoming Divisional Tournament at James Culnan on November 8! Thank you Mr. Dos Santos for coaching our winning team. You’re Awesome!

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Monthly Update from the Board

November 2017

Don’t Forget to Turn Your Clocks Back Weekend of November 4-5, 2017. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep!

Congregated Elementary Gifted Program The Toronto Catholic District School Board offers Full Time/Congregated Elementary Gifted Programs for students in Grades 6 to 8

who have an exceptionality of Giftedness. These programs are integrated into the regular school community. Important aspects of the

program are curriculum extensions in depth, breadth and pace, daily continuity of programming, collaboration with like-minded peers

and leadership opportunities. A Parent Information evening will be held for parents/guardians interested in exploring a full time

elementary Gifted Program for their child with the exceptionality of Giftedness.

The Parent Information evening will take place at St. Edward School, 1 Botham Rd., on November 23, 2017 at 7:00 pm.

Prime Minister’s Awards: Recognizing Excellence in Education Do you know an amazing teacher or early childhood educator? Consider nominating them for a Prime Minister’s Award.

Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence and Teaching Excellence in STEM The Teaching Excellence in STEM Awards honour outstanding Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics teachers that

help develop the culture of innovation Canada needs today, and in the future. Nominate a teacher today! Nominations accepted

until January 12, 2018.

Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Early Childhood Education The Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Early Childhood Education honour ECEs for their leadership, exemplary early

childhood education practices, and their commitment to help build the foundation children need to make the best possible start in

life. Nominate an educator today! Nominations accepted until January 12, 2018.

TCDSB Young Disciples Ignite Day As we continue to celebrate the Year of the School, the Nurturing our Catholic Community Team invites grade 6 students and

teachers, parish priests/youth ministers and parent councils to TCDSB’s Young Disciples’ Ignite Day. This free rally for Grade 6

students is designed to ignite their faith and inspire acts of service in their respective school communities.

Through a teaching Mass, community building activities, music, and guest speakers, students will be invited to embrace the mission of

discipleship and continue to promote acts of faith in collaboration with school communities, families and parishes.

Dates and locations are as follows:

Tuesday November 28th 2017 @ Blessed Cardinal Newman (auditorium) - 9:30-2:15 pm

Thursday November 30th, 2017 @ Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton (auditorium) - 9:30-2:15 pm

https://www.tcdsb.org/schools/bishopmarroccothomasmerton/news/20172018/pages/youngdesciples.aspx

Other Dates to Note:

November 1—Take Your Kid To Work Day

November 1—All Saints Day

November 2—All Souls Day

November 6-10—Treaties Recognition Week

November 6-10—Holocaust Education Week

November 11—Remembrance Day (Schools to commemorate on Friday, November 10th)

November 16—TCDSB Caucus Meeting

November 19—World Day of Poor

November 25—Christ the King Rally and Youth Conference

December 3—Advent Begins